Insignia NS-3698 User Manual

User Guide

2.1 Computer Speaker System

NS-3698

Insignia NS-3698

2.1 Computer

Speaker System

Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Important safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Setting up your speaker system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

One-year limited warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of a
high-quality Insignia product. Your NS-3698
represents the state of the art in computer
speaker system design and is designed for
reliable and trouble-free performance.

Important safety information

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

Caution—To reduce the risk of electric shock, so not

remove the cover (or back). No user serviceable parts.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated,
dangerous voltage within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.

Caution

To prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the plug to
the wide slot on the power outlet, then fully insert.

1 Read instructions carefully—All safety and

operating instructions should be read before
this device is operated.

2 Retain instructions—The safety and

operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.

3 Heed warnings—All warnings on the

product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.

4 Follow instructions—All operating and use

instructions should be followed.

5 Cleaning—Unplug this product from the wall

outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth
for cleaning.

6 Attachments—Do not use attachments not

recommended by the product manufacturer
as they may cause hazards.

7 Water and moisture—Do not use this

product near water—for example, near a bath
tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,
in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

8 Accessories—Do not place this

product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table.
The product may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult,
and serious damage to the
product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any
mounting of the product should follow the
manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a
mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer. A product and cart
combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.

9 Ventilation—Slots and openings in the

cabinet are provided for ventilation and to
ensure reliable operation of the product, and
to protect it from overheating. These
openings must not be blocked or covered. Do
not block the openings by placing this product
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This product should not be installed in a
built-in installation such a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer instructions have been
adhered to.

10 Power sources—This product should be

operated only from the type of power sources
indicated on the electrical nameplate. If you
are not sure of the type of the power supply
to your home, consult your appliance dealer
or local power company. For products
intended to operate from battery power or
other sources, refer to the operation
instructions.

11 Grounding and polarization—This product

may be equipped with a polarized
alternating-current line plug (a plug having
one blade wider than the other). This plug will
fit into the power outlet only one way. This is
a safety feature. If you are unable to insert
the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the
plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug.

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Alternate warnings—This product may be
equipped with a three-wire grounding-type
plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.
This plug will only fit into a grounding-type
power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you
are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the grounding-type plug.

12 Power cord protection—Power supply

cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the product.

13 Outdoor antenna grounding—If an outside

antenna or cable system is connected to your
TV, make sure that the antenna or cable
system is grounded to provide some
protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Article 810 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70,
provides information with respect to correct
grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of the
antenna-discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements for
the grounding electrode.

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1 Electric service equipment
2 Power service grounding electrode

system
3Ground clamps
4 Grounding conductors
5 Antenna discharge unit
6Grounding clamp
7 Antenna lead-in wire

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14 Power lines—An outside antenna system

should not be located in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or other electric light or
power circuits, or where it can fall into such
power lines or circuits. When installing an
outside antenna system, extreme care
should be taken to keep from touching such
power lines or circuits as contact with them
might be fatal.

15 Lighting precaution—For added protection

for this product during a lighting storm or
when it is left unattended for a long period of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This
will prevent damage to this product due to
lighting and power line surges.

16 Overloading—Do not overload wall outlets,

extension cords, or integral convenience
receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire
or electric shock.

17 Object and liquid entry—Never push

objects of any kind into this product through
openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on this product.

18 Servicing—Do not attempt to service this

product yourself, as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage
or other hazards. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.

19 Damage requiring service—Unplug this

product from the power outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:

• When the power supply cord or plug is
damaged or frayed.

• If liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the product.

• If the product has been exposed to rain or
water.

• If the product does not operate normally
by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions
because incorrect adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to its
normal operation.

• If the product has been dropped or
damaged in any way.

• When the product exhibits a distinct
change in performance. This indicates a
need for service.

20 Replacement parts—When replacement

parts are required, make sure that the
service technician uses replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer that have the
same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, personal injury, or other
hazards.

21 Safety check—After completing any service

or repair to this device, ask the service
technician to perform routine safety checks to
determine that the product is in correct
operating condition.

22 Heat—The product should be situated away

from heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.

23 Power disconnect—The main plug is used

as the disconnect device. It shall remain
readily accessible.

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